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Community Spread and New Cases 2
New confirmed cases over the past week:
§ Wednesday, May 20: 237
§ Thursday, May 21: 105
§ Friday, May 22: 73
§ Saturday, May 23: 144
§ Sunday, May 24: 115
§ Monday, May 25: 109
§ Tuesday, May 26: 72
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DC Health Metrics for Reopening
Metric Phased Reopening Where we are today(data as of 5/25)
COVID-19 Case Decline
Sustained decrease in community spread 14-day decrease 14-day decrease
Low transmission rate (Rt) Rt < 1 for 3 days Rt = 0.91 (<1 for 14 days)Testing Capacity
Ability to test all1) symptomatic,2) at-risk healthcare workers,3) essential workers, and4) close contacts of all new positive cases
Ability to test all four groups Ability to test all four groups
Health Care System Capacity
Sufficient healthcare capacity without surge <80% over 7 days 75% occupancy (over 14 days <80%)
Public Health System Capacity
Sufficient contact tracing capacity for all new cases and their close contacts
Contact tracing attempt of new cases within 1 day and their close contacts within 2 days
Currently contact tracing priority populations and their close contacts
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Need a test? Get a test. 5
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§ DC has the capacity to test more than 5,500people per day.
§ If you have a symptom or exposure, call your doctor. If your doctor can’t test you, call us.
1-855-363-0333Testing Hotline:New Walk-Up Testing Site:
F Street, NW between 4th and 5th Streets, NW
On Friday, May 29, 2020, the District’s Stay-at-Home Order
will be lifted.
Lifting the Stay-At-Home Order 6
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The Public Health Emergency is still in effect and gatherings of more than 10 people are still prohibited.
Our Shared Responsibility. Our Special Responsibility. 7
social distancing
As we begin a phased reopening,
We have a shared responsibility to do all that we can to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
We also have a special responsibility to protect those who are vulnerable because of age, underlying conditions, or health disparities.
masks frequent handwashing
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will be critical for keeping our community safe.
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Retail
Nonessential retail businesses can operate with:
Curbside or front door pickup by customers for items ordered online or over the phone
Delivery of items ordered online or over the phone
No customers allowed inside
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Barbershops and Hair Salons
Barbershops and hair salons may operate as follows:
Services may be provided by appointment only
Stations must be at least six feet apart
No waiting inside the shop
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§ Waxing
§ Electrolysis
§ Threading
§ Nail Care
Hair-related products may be sold to customers immediately before or after appointments, but otherwise only through delivery or curbside-pickup.
The following services are still prohibited:
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Restaurants
In addition to takeout, delivery, and grab and go, restaurants that already have outdoor seating can begin using that space.
All outdoor dining customers must be seated, and patrons must place orders and be served while sitting at tables.
All tables must be at least six feet apart.
No more than six people seated at a table.
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Parks and Recreation 11
§ Basketball
§ Football
§ Soccer
Contact sports are still prohibited:
Further guidance on parks and recreation can be found on coronavirus.dc.gov
Still closed: Reopening:
Dog parks
Golf courses
Parks
Tennis courts
Tracks and fields
Playgrounds
Public pools
Recreation centers
Other indoor DPR facilities
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Public Space: Restaurants, Retail & Recreation
The Mayor’s Special Events Task Group, in conjunction with the District Department of Transportation, will identify public space,
including sidewalks, roads, and alleys, or any portions thereof, to be closed to vehicular traffic for specific days and times to allow for
expanded pedestrian and bicycle usage and outdoor customer seating for Phase One licensed food or retail establishments
consistent with public safety.
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Elective Surgeries13
During Phase One, health care providers may continue to offer, or resume offering, outpatient or other surgical procedures that will
not unduly burden hospital capacity or COVID-19 related resources.
Further guidance on elective surgeries can be found on coronavirus.dc.gov
Additional Guidance 14
§ Barbershops and hair salons
§ Childcare centers
§ Dentists
§ Elective Surgery
§ Individuals with chronic health conditions
§ Older adults
§ Parks and open spaces
§ Restaurants
§ Rideshare operators
§ Schools
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Today, additional guidance will be posted on coronavirus.dc.gov for: